madam
noun
Definitions of madam noun
woman
- B1
A respectful and formal way to address a woman.
Would you like assistance with your luggage, madam?
Good morning, madam, it's a beautiful day.
How may I assist you, madam?
- Singulardisapproving
A young girl who acts bossy and tries to order others around.
She's starting to behave like a real little madam.
She has been acting like a little madam since she became the group leader.
Ignore her; she is just a little madam who likes to give orders.
sex
- Countable
A woman who manages a group of sex workers in a brothel.
The madam controls all the brothels in this area.
The madam of this brothel is very strict with her girls.
That madam is known in the industry for her sharp business sense.
Phrases of madam noun
- Dear Madam
A formal salutation used at the beginning of a letter when addressing a woman whose name is not known.
• Dear Madam, I am writing on behalf of your uncle, Mr. James Ross.